satirisch
Translation
satirical, satiric
Examples
Der Artikel hat einen satirischen Unterton.
The article has a satirical undertone.
Er ist bekannt für seine satirischen Kommentare.
He is known for his satirical comments.
Grammar Patterns
((as an attribute)) satirical. That is a satirical novel.
((as a predicate)) is satirical. The novel is satirical.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ironisch (ironic), spöttisch (mocking); Antonyms: ernsthaft (serious), seriös (reputable)
Etymology
Derived from the German noun 'Satire' (satire), from Latin 'satura' (medley).
Memory Tips
Closely related to the English 'satire'. Imagine a TV show that satirizes current events.